Registered Nurse RN ONC OP Oncology at UPMC

About the position Are you interested in working at Magnet-designated UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital? Only 7% of hospitals nationwide have achieved Magnet designation - and we're one of them! For more than a century, UPMC Magee has been caring for women through all stages of their lives, and we are looking for the next talented employee to join our team. As a Professional Staff Nurse, you will be expected to provide highly competent patient care and treatment while demonstrating empathy and a passion for learning. This role requires independent judgment, fluent communication, and candid partnership, allowing you to establish relationships with physicians, other care providers, patients, and patients' families to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. Position expectations include but are not limited to: prepping breast cancer patient charts prior to MD clinic day for treatment, return, follow up or new patient visits; patient education; triaging patient phone calls, medical advice and medication refills; and MD and homecare referrals. All expectations require teamwork and knowledge of the antineoplastic/immunotherapy drugs used, symptom management, excellent communication/documentation skills, and clinical judgment. You must attend the Hillman Cancer Center Antineoplastic Therapy & Immunotherapy Course and Foundation to Practice Series if not already completed or the equivalent. The Professional Staff Nurse is a valued step in the UPMC nursing career ladder, with opportunities for continued growth and advancement. Salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience. UPMC is committed to investing in nurses financially, personally, and professionally - starting on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your nursing career. Here are a few examples of how we support our nurses: Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year, and tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus discounts for UPMC employees including no cost RN-BSN/MSN options!). Responsibilities • Prepping breast cancer patient charts prior to MD clinic day for treatment, return, follow up or new patient visits. , • Patient education and triaging patient phone calls, medical advice, and medication refills. , • Making MD and homecare referrals as necessary. , • Demonstrating teamwork and knowledge of antineoplastic/immunotherapy drugs used and symptom management. , • Exemplifying excellent communication/documentation skills and clinical judgment. , • Establishing relationships with physicians, other care providers, patients, and patients' families to achieve desired patient outcomes. Requirements • Minimum six months previous nursing experience required. , • 1 year of experienced HIGHLY preferred. , • Previous Oncology experience HIGHLY preferred. , • BSN preferred. , • Registered Nurse (RN) current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. , • UPMC approved national certification preferred. , • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required based on AHA standards. Nice-to-haves • Experience in a Magnet-designated hospital. , • Certification in Oncology Nursing (OCN). Benefits • Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually. , • Seven paid holidays each year. , • Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution. , • Discounts for UPMC employees including no cost RN-BSN/MSN options. , • Access to top clinicians, leading researchers, and modern equipment and technology in health care. Apply Job!